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Saturday, November 1, 2008

Thai Sweet Chile Noodles

Today I'm moving from the Mediterranean to Southeast Asia for a delicious noodle dish. There are always noodles, in one guise or another, in my refrigerator. These mildly hot, orange-flavored Thai noodles are delicious and good as an accompaniment or a stand-alone meal. I especially like to serve them with plain grilled meat or chicken. They have the added advantage of being ridiculously easy to make. This recipe is based on one developed by the chef at Caprial's (Pence) Bistro. These are, in my opinion, best served at room temperature or slightly warm. These are worth a try and come highly recommended. They are table ready in 15 minutes.

Directions:1)In a stockpot over high heat, bring about 8 cups of water to a boil. Add salt and noodles; cook until al dente, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain well and place in large bowl. Set aside.2. While noodles cook, whisk peanut oil, garlic, ginger, orange juice and zest, orange concentrate (if using), soy sauce and chile sauce in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the noodles and toss well. Let sit at least 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped scallions, chiles and cilantro, if using. Serves 4-6.

Darlene, I'm so glad you stopped by. Rice noodles will work if you don't overcook them. I like this dish with a noodle that 'bites back', so, too, soft would not be good. The gals/guys here know my noodle dishes are designed for the novice. Folks like yourself can teach them the real thing once their palates are ready. I'll be writing a bit about the election on Monday; hope you'll be back!

Hi Mary! You are truly talented! Did you say you have a grandson.. OH my, you do not look young enough to have a grandson.. what a cutie... "hugs"!

I am seriously say WE had no trick or treaters but the neighborhood does try and organize western holidays which is lovely.. although the stores are all lined with Halloween and shops sell Pastry goods by the heaps -- I was able to eat Pumpkin Mont blac... Keep the recipes coming, very inspiring.

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